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Travel to Kurukshetra

Located at a distance of 160 kilometer from Delhi, the historic and religious place of "Kurukshetra" is one of the most important tourist attraction of Haryana. Spread over an area of 1,682 sq. km, the ancient place of "Kurukshetra" bear relics of the rich historical events that forms the basis of "Hinduism".

The religious and historic place of "Kurukshetra" has witnessed one of the most important battles in the history of the "Hindu" religion. The ancient site of "Kurukshetra" is considered to be the nurturing ground of "Hinduism", from which emanated the prime principles and values guiding the oldest religion of the world. The religious text of the "Hindu" religion contains the extracts of the several discourses between the valiant "Arjuna" and the divine charioteer "Lord Krishna" that took place in the battle field and which shaped the most ancient religion of the world.

The present district of "Kurukshetra", draws several tourist from different faiths all through the year. The ancient site of "Kurukshetra" houses numerous places of tourist interest which captivates the visitors with their natural scenic beauty. Some of the notable tourist spot of "Kurukshetra" are:
  • Ban Ganga
  • Bhishma Kund
  • Brahma Sarovar
  • Panorama
  • Gurdwara at Kurukshetra
  • Sannihit Sarovar
  • Sri Krishna Museum
  • Sheikh Chheli Mausoleum
  • Sthaneshvara Mahadev Temple
All the places are attached with some important religious and historic events that has shaped the destiny of "Hinduism" as a religion.

At present, the district of Kurukshetra is an important "agricultural hub" of the state that produces varied agricultural crops. The present district of Kurukeshetra is a perfect blend of the traditional and modern values that adds to the grace of Haryana.